Ron Jackson & Eric Person: NYC Jazz Stories

Name: Ron Jackson & Eric Person: NYC Jazz Stories
Start: 2025-09-19T18:30:00-07:00
End: 2025-09-19T22:00:00-07:00
Location: 311 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA

Schedule

Fri Sep 19 2025 at 06:30 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

311 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA | Tucson, AZ

($25-$35 Tickets + DICE fees | 6:30pm & 8:30pm Shows) Uniting two of the most dynamic forces in contemporary jazz, Ron Jackson and Eric Person bring their distinctive styles to the forefront with "NYC Jazz Stories." Seven-string guitar virtuoso Ron Jackson is a world-renowned performer, composer, and educator who has graced stages in over 30 countries. Known for his artistry and innovation, Jackson’s career highlights include producing and performing on Kevin Powell’s GRAMMY® Award-nominated album, Grocery Shopping With My Mother. With more than 10 albums as a leader, including the critically acclaimed Standards and My Songs (2022), Jackson is celebrated as one of the few master jazz guitarists specializing in both six- and seven-string instruments.
Eric Person, an acclaimed saxophonist and composer, has performed with jazz legends such as McCoy Tyner, Dave Holland, and Chico Hamilton. A prolific bandleader, Person heads multiple ensembles, including the Eric Person Quartet and Big Band. With 12 albums as a leader, his latest release, Rhythm Edge (2024), showcases his unique sound and compositional prowess. A fixture on prestigious stages worldwide, Person is also dedicated to jazz education, serving as an adjunct saxophone instructor at Bard College.
Accompanied by a solid rhythm section of Arthur Vint-Drums and Chris Pena-Organ, these NYC-based jazz powerhouses combine their talents for an electrifying journey through the sounds and stories of jazz. From iconic venues like Birdland and Zinc Bar to international jazz festivals, their collaboration is a celebration of innovation, tradition, and artistry.
"Jackson is a master of the seven-string, which puts him in the ranks of a select few." – Adam Perlmutter, JazzTimes
"Person is more than fine; he’s a major talent of his generation." – Russ Musto, All About Jazz
Eric Person (alto sax) Ron Jackson (7-string guitar) Chris Peña (organ) Arthur Vint (drums)